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Making Caring Count in College Admissions

I have three teenagers. One's in college. One's about to apply. One is still blessedly clueless about the hell to come her way. So the other day, I was surprised to hear their high school principal announce to an auditorium of parents, "Schools need to put the joy back into the experience of applying to…

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Types of Fake Diamonds

Prohibitive prices mean that diamonds are not always a girl’s best friend. Fortunately, diverse options in fake diamonds make buying bling on a budget possible. Fake diamonds typically do not have the same hardness as their real counterparts, but they can easily simulate the shine and sparkle of real diamonds–at a fraction of the price. Consider the pros and cons of various types of fake diamonds before purchasing your next piece of jewelry. As you look at diamonds and fake diamonds, keep the four Cs in mind: cut, clarity, color and carat weight.

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Why Homeschool?

LIKE most parents, I had always looked forward to the day when my children would finally enter school. During those early years of infancy and toddlerhood, when mothering feels like such a full-time job, I would assure myself that I would have a glimpse of my old life back …